Structured Versus Non-Structured Reporting of Inflammatory Bowel Disease Imaging: A Systematic Review

Abstract

Background: Effective communication between radiologists and clinicians is essential for optimal inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) management. Structured reporting (SR) of imaging reports may enhance interdisciplinary communication and clinical decision-making; however, its utility compared to non-structured reporting (NSR) in IBD remains unclear. This systematic review evaluated IBD clinician perceptions of SR versus NSR in IBD-related imaging. Methods: Embase, MEDLINE, and CENTRAL were searched to January 2025 for studies comparing SR and NSR in abdominal and pelvic imaging for IBD, including magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT), and intestinal ultrasound (IUS). The pr..